1. 12 Windsor Ct.
Athens, PA 18810
Samuel S. Vergason 607.229.5120
ssv5060@psu.edu
https://sites.google.com/site/ssv5060hort120fall2015/
OVERVIEW
A highly organized, detail-oriented, and conscientious initiator, able to visualize end results, and
produce them in a high standard of excellence; along with establishing a good rapport by
possessing a strong sense of communication.
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a summer 2016 internship that will enable me to expand, and learn real world
experience in the Agricultural and Landscape industry as I contribute to the success of the
company and the customers.
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park Expected December 2017
B.S. Landscape Contracting- Design/ Build Option
Corning Community College - SUNY Graduated May 2015
Associatesin Applied Science- Humanities and Social Sciences GPA:3.56
Cum Laude Graduate
EXPERIENCE
Vergason Technology, Inc., Coatings Technician & Quality Control 2013-2015
Collaborated with a diverse team to meet and exceed qualifications that would insure customer
satisfaction
Scrutinized and enforced quality on both imported and exported parts
Conducted revisions to AutoCAD designs
Williams Construction and Spray-Foam, Construction Carpentry & Laborer 2012-2013
Implemented residential framing from blueprints
Fostered the group of painters
Corning Community College, Resident Assistant 2015
Coordinated events for the residence
Devised revisions that would make for a more suitable residence hall
Supervised students living in the residence hall
ACTIVITIES
High School Varsity Soccer for Six
Years- Senior Year Captain
Valley Youth Soccer Assistant Coach
(2014)
Pottery Club Treasurer for Athens
Artsfest (2012-2013)
Two Years College Varsity Soccer at
Corning CC- Sophomore Year Captain
Blue and White Society- The
Pennsylvania State University
National Honor Society (2013)
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Entry Level Skills In: AutoCAD and Google SketchUP
Intermediate Level Skills In: Microsoft Word and Excel
Horticulture Science
Computer Applications for Landscape Contracting
Ornamental Plant Material
Introduction to Turfgrass Management
Introductory Soil Science
Interpersonal Communications
2. REFERENCES
Raymond Cain
607.331.8014
rcain@elmirachristianacademy.com
Coach-Teacher-Family Friend-Mentor
Jacob Lezak
570.596.2397
jlezak@athensasd.org
Coach-Teacher-Mentor-Work Partner
Parts of a Cover Letter
Opening Paragraph
Express interest in the position and organization
Share how you learned about the opportunity (especially if referred by an individual)
Provide a broad overview of your most relevant experience and education
Middle Section
Summarize how your education, experience and personal qualities prepare you for the position
Write to persuade the employer to read your resume – without repeating your resume
Closing Paragraph
Reiterate your continued interest in the position and organization
Specify the next steps (either request in-person meeting or state that you will follow-up by phone)
Thank the employer for their consideration
